Finance Manager

Finance Manager – Dining & EventsLocation: Houston, TX (Corporate Headquarters) or Regional Hubs – Minneapolis, MN or Pittsburgh, PAThis position is based at our corporate office in Houston, TX, four days a week, with the option to work remotely one day per week. The office address is 4920 Westway Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77041.Compensation: $115,000.00 to $135,000.00, based on experienceThe Role at a GlanceJoin Elior North America and support our Dining & Events segment, delivering exceptional hospitality experiences across a diverse portfolio of venues and clients. As a Finance Manager, you will serve as a key business partner to operations and segment leadership, helping drive financial performance, enhance profitability, and support strategic decision-making in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.This role is ideal for someone who combines strong financial acumen with a hands-on, operational mindset—someone who can translate data into actionable insights while staying close to the business.What You’ll Be DoingFinancial Planning & AnalysisLead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the Dining & Events segment.Monitor financial performance against targets, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.Provide variance analysis and clear, actionable insights to support business decisions.Business Partnership & Operations SupportPartner closely with operations leaders to support day-to-day decision-making, pricing strategies, and cost management.Translate financial data into insights that improve operational efficiency, event profitability, and client outcomes.Support site-level and regional teams with financial guidance, reporting, and performance tracking.Reporting & AnalyticsDevelop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) to track key performance indicators such as revenue, labor, food cost, and event margins.Analyze large data sets to identify performance drivers and recommend improvements.Respond to ad hoc reporting needs with speed and accuracy to support leadership priorities.Month-End Close & Financial IntegrityPartner with accounting and shared services teams to ensure accurate and timely month-end close.Review financial results, validate data integrity, and ensure alignment between operational and financial reporting.Strategic Initiatives & Process ImprovementSupport strategic initiatives including system enhancements, process improvements, and automation efforts.Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency.Contribute to the achievement of segment financial goals through proactive planning and execution.What We’re Looking ForMust-Have:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field8+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or operational finance rolesStrong experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelingProven ability to partner with operations and non-financial stakeholdersAdvanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset with strong attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, service-oriented environmentNice-to-Have:Experience in hospitality, food service, events, or multi-site operationsBackground in pricing, margin analysis, or cost optimizationExperience working in a shared services or centralized finance modelExposure to ERP systems and financial system transformationsOur Benefits:Medical (FT Employees)DentalVisionVoluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital IndemnityDiscount ProgramCommuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) EAP401kSick TimeHoliday Pay (9 paid holidays)Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)Paid Time Off About Elior North America:Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments. Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.